Bangle Rings

With its characteristic and timeless shape, the bangle ring is an unmissable charm. It is a symbolic piece of jewelry but can also be worn every day as its sleek design goes with any outfit. Of course, the shapes and ornaments of the bangle ring have evolved over the centuries, but its typical roundness and generous appearance have always been found. To help you discover bangle rings in a thousand and one shapes, Castafiore invites you to discover a selection of antique, vintage or second-hand jewelry. Breathe new life into pieces that already have their history and be assured of choosing authentic jewelry, carefully appraised by our teams.

The bangle ring: a great classic of jewelry

The bangle ring is an essential piece of jewelry in the world of jewelry. Both simple and refined, it allows women to wear multiple rings while maintaining an elegant and simple look.

The bangle ring is the simplest expression of the ring: it is a ring whose thickness and width are similar over the entire diameter, it is similar in this respect to the bangle bracelet. Of course, the bangle ring and its design vary according to the jewelers and the eras: some rings have a slightly thinner thickness on the back in particular. There are also different categories: the half-bangle ring, for example, has a flat ring on the inside and a rounded surface on the outside. Let us also mention the Parisian bangle which resembles a half-bangle but whose thickness is a little greater. Jewelers have also created what is called the comfort ribbon: the inside of the ring is then flat, the edges straight and the outer surface curved.

If the shape of the bangle ring evolves, the general design remains the same: it is a simple, refined and elegant piece of jewelry. Of course, the ring can be topped with gemstones and the ring can be made of yellow gold, white gold, platinum, silver and even ceramic. The decoration of the bangle ring varies according to the symbolism: when it is an engagement gift, it can be topped with one or more gemstones, for a wedding ring it can be a simple ring topped with a diamond. The most commonly seen shape in the world of jewelry is the bangle ring topped with a central gemstone, surrounded or not by a delicate diamond paving.

The bangle ring: a highly symbolic piece of jewelry

The bangle ring can be considered the wedding ring par excellence: its original symbolism is in fact associated with the bond.

If we talk about a rush, it is because this jewel was already used in ancient Egypt to symbolize the bond uniting couples: it was then customary to exchange a reed stem as a proof of love. The rush and the reed being very flexible plants, it was also possible to choose several stems in order to braid them together. The ring thus formed becomes an essential symbol of love: it is from there that we choose to wear the wedding ring on the finger which contains the “vena amoris”, or the vein of love, directly connected to the heart. We also speak of a ring finger in reference to the ring that we traditionally wear on this finger! If the circle was chosen as a proof of love, it is because it is associated with infinity: the Egyptians thus offered each other rush rings to show that their love would last forever.

Even today, the bangle ring remains a must-have for future brides and grooms. It has fully become a symbol of eternal fidelity and continues to seduce thanks to its refined shapes that can easily be worn every day.

Choose your bangle ring from Castafiore

Jewelry of life, Castafiore strives to unearth treasures that belong to the past and that still have the capacity to shine for centuries. By choosing antique, vintage or second-hand jewelry, we want to promote more responsible consumption: opting for an antique jewel means limiting overproduction and giving even more value to the pieces we own. Antique jewelry thus has a history, ready to be perpetuated in an infinite way: the bangle ring is immortal and continues to carry the symbolism of the bond over its different owners.

The bangle ring is a must-have in the world of jewelry, and there are a large number of them on the market. Some models are designer, others have been created by more confidential and no less talented jewelers. Because this ring model has always been produced in the history of jewelry, it is a jewel that comes in multiple shapes and interpretations. Chaumet, for example, chose very generous shapes with its “Bibendum” model, developed between the 1970s and 1990s, and of which we can still find very precious models entirely paved with round diamonds. Van Cleef & Arpels has made very colorful bangle rings, for example combining diamonds with lapis lazuli. Boucheron has also imagined very classic and precious models at the same time: we can notably find the association of yellow gold with gems such as tourmaline, placed centrally on the widest part of the bangle. The bangle ring can be more or less opulent depending on the era and interpretation: we can find a simple central diamond but also a complete paving of colored stones. Of course, the characteristic roundness of the bangle can also be reinvented: we thus find hexagonal rings for example!

How to maintain your bangle ring?

If the bangle ring has a robust appearance due to its clean and simple lines, it is a piece of jewelry that deserves your full attention. Regularly, take the time to clean your ring using a soft-bristled toothbrush: you will be able to eliminate dust and impurities. Soapy water is more than enough to remove dirt, so be careful not to use abrasive cleaning products. We also recommend that you remove your ring at night and when you wash, as repeated rubbing can damage the stones and tarnish the metals.